Feldenkrais Method 1

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Code Completion Credits Range Language Instruction Semester
202FME1 Z 2 2T English, Czech winter

Subject guarantor

Name of lecturer(s)

Jan SKOVAJSA

Learning outcomes of the course unit

FELDENKRAIS® METHOD 1 - INTRODUCTION TO SOMATIC LEARNING

The outcome of the course is to learn the basic principles of Feldenkrais® Method through active movement in experiential group sessions, followed by guided reflections.

The students will gain the embodied knowledge for their self development as well as for their creative and artistic practice.  

Mode of study

Active movement in group lessons / explorations, discussions, verbal and written reviews.

THE COURSE IS HELD IN ENGLISH.

SCHEDULE FOR THE WINTER SEMESTER:

16. 10. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

23. 10. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

30. 10. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

6. 11. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

13. 11. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

20. 11. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

27. 11. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

4. 12. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

11. 12. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

18. 12. 2020 10:30 - 12:00 online via Zoom

Prerequisites and co-requisites

1) Intermediate English,

  1. willingness to try something new in movement and curious mind. ;-)

Bring with you, please:

  1. comfortable clothing for movement, socks (!),
  2. a mat,
  3. a thicker blanket.

Course contents

Feldenkrais® Method (FM) is a process of learning that uses conscious movement with guided attention for refining abilities and hence improving of the quality of life.

FM actively works with the principle of neuroplasticity - the ability of human brain to change itself in response to both internal and external needs in any age.  

Feldenkrais® lessons help to develop better awareness of the self, so as to gain better self-regulation and self-organisation.  

Feldenkrais® Method offers psycho-physical preparation for the improvement of any artistic performance.

Therefore it is widely sought-after by performers (actors, singers, musicians and dancers) as well as by those who work in the creative domains (directors, screenwriters, visual artists, composers and others).

The course is taught by internationally certified Feldenkrais® teacher & practitioner.

Recommended or required reading

REQUIRED READING:

RECOMMENDED READING:

(for the curious students who want to understand the wider context)

Assessment methods and criteria

CONDITIONS FOR THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE COURSE:

  1. attendance,
  2. active participation in group exercises (ATM) a well as in the reflections / discussions,
  3. reading of the required materials,
  4. written reflection at the end of the course.

Course web page

http://www.feldenkrais.cz

Note

The course is opened to all students of Academy of Performing Arts in Prague.

I will send you the information for connecting to your school email before the start of the course. I will also send you updates and materials during the semester there.

Therefore I kindly ask you to check your school email on regular basis. Thank you!

Further information

Course may be repeated

Schedule for winter semester 2020/2021:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

Schedule for summer semester 2020/2021:

The schedule has not yet been prepared

The subject is a part of the following study plans